New job Parks, Recreation and Culture - Attendant, Unskilled, Contract Fall in Ontario
Parks, Recreation and Culture - Attendant, Unskilled, Contract Fall
Company : The Township of Uxbridge
Salary : $18.29 - $20.39 an hour
Location : Ontario
Full Description
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CORP. OF THE TOWNSHIP OF UXBRIDGE
Parks Department – Attendant, Unskilled, Contract (Union Position),
September– October 29, 2021
Rate of pay $18.29 - $20.39 per hour (40 hours/week).
The Township of Uxbridge is seeking a highly motivated and mature individual to fill our
Contract Parks Department Attendant, Unskilled (Union) Position. Working under the
supervision of the Parks Foreman, the Attendant will be responsible for assisting with the
maintenance of Township parks, sports fields, and outdoor recreation facilities, performing
duties related to:
- Maintenance of parks facilities, including painting and repairs;
- Grounds upkeep, including weeding, grass cutting and trimming, and small landscape projects;
- Tree and shrub pruning and wood chipping;
- General maintenance and servicing of equipment as required;
- Operation of tractors and gas-powered equipment including chainsaws and attachments for
ball diamond and soccer field maintenance;
- Garbage pick up and removal at various community park locations;
- Assist with special event set up and take down;
- Clean and stock public washrooms as required;
- Park inspections;
- Assisting Parks Foreman with supervision of students;
- Assist with seasonal closing jobs related to sports fields, parks facilities, public washrooms,
and open play space, and other duties as required.
Successful candidate(s) will:
- Minimum completion of Grade 12, additional training/education in playground inspections
and repair, equipment operation, and sports field maintenance considered an asset;
- Have tractor experience (an asset);
- Have experience using various hand and power tools (an asset);
- Ability to understand verbal and written instructions to perform all assigned duties, including
electronic documentation;
- Available to work flexible hours, including weekends, as required;
- Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public, staff, suppliers, contractors, and
other departments and levels of government;
- Able to work in an outdoor environment, performing various physical activities, with the
ability to lift at least 50lbs;
- Hold a valid G2 Class drivers license (at minimum) and be able to provide a clean driving
abstract upon request;
- Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, take initiative and
have good communication skills; and
- Be able to work outdoors and lift at least 40lbs.
51 Toronto Street South, P.O. Box 190, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1T1
Qualified candidates interested in joining our team should submit an electronic or hard copy
resume and cover letter addressed to Jamie Miller, Parks Foreman at [email protected] or in
the secure drop-box located outside the Township of Uxbridge Municipal Offices (51 Toronto St
S, Uxbridge, ON, L9P 1T1) in a sealed envelope no later than Friday September 10th, 2021 at
2:00pm.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005
and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The Township of Uxbridge will provide accommodations throughout
the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the
OHRC. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and
Protection of Privacy Act.
51 Toronto Street South, P.O. Box 190, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1T1